Saisissement (en. Seizure)

/sɛ.zi.sə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Action of seizing or taking something.

The seizure of the asset was carried out by the bailiff.

Le saisissement du bien a été effectué par l'huissier.

State of being seized by a strong emotion.

She felt a shock in response to the beauty of the landscape.

Elle a ressenti un saisissement face à la beauté du paysage.

Moment of hesitation or intense surprise.

The shock prevented him from reacting immediately.

Le saisissement l'a empêché de réagir immédiatement.

From the verb 'seize' with the suffix '-ure', indicating an action or state.

shock from fear

State of rigidity caused by fear.

saisissement par la peur

seizure of an asset

Legal action that allows possession of an asset.

saisissement d'un bien

emotional shock

Moment when an intense emotion overwhelms a person.

saisissement émotionnel

seize

To take something forcefully.

saisir

seizure

Action of seizing, confiscation of assets.

saisie

shocking

Which provokes a strong emotional impact.

saisissant

State of shock

He felt a shock upon seeing the fire.

Il a eu un saisissement en voyant le feu.

Total surprise

His shock at the news was visible on his face.

Son saisissement à la nouvelle était visible sur son visage.